Outdoor & Classroom Learning Mentor

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Permanent contract pathway

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an Outdoor & Classroom Learning Instructor / Support Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Barnoldswick. You will blend classroom support with outdoor bushcraft, gardening, and practical activities, working with pupils who face SEMH, ASC/ADHD, and anxiety.

You’ll mentor students in small groups, plan outdoor sessions, and help develop life-skills and literacy/numeracy through hands-on learning. A proactive, adaptable mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Background: Experience with children/teens in AP/PRU/SEND/youth club/outdoor centre.
• Confidence leading practical/outdoor activities (Forest School, gardening, sports, crafts) with solid literacy/numeracy support.
• Mindset: Adaptable, calm under pressure, energetic, boots muddy in all weather.
• Behaviour management: Training in Team Teach/MAPA/restorative practice is a plus or willing to train.
• Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to apply and references.
• Location & travel: Reliable transport beneficial for semi-rural Barnoldswick/Pendle.

Responsibilities

• Balance timetable between small-group classroom support and outdoor/practical education tasks.
• Plan and facilitate outdoor sessions such as bushcraft, gardening, woodwork, team-building.
• Assist with functional skills and project-based learning tailored to pupil interests.
• Act as a positive mentor and key worker for a caseload of pupils to build confidence and resilience.
• Work in high-ratio environments (3–5 pupils) with experienced educators.
• Use restorative approaches and non-confrontational de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Outdoor activities

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Classroom support

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an Outdoor & Classroom Learning Instructor / Support Assistant for an Alternative Provision in Barnoldswick. You will blend classroom support with outdoor bushcraft, gardening, and practical activities, working with pupils who face SEMH, ASC/ADHD, and anxiety.

You’ll mentor students in small groups, plan outdoor sessions, and help develop life-skills and literacy/numeracy through hands-on learning. A proactive, adaptable mindset is essential.